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Potatoes should also never be stored on countertops oas they will begin to expire quickly if exposed to light. Jessica said: \u201cDo not store [potatoes] in the sunlight! It\u2019s going to turn the skin green due to chlorophyll and develop toxins called solanine which is not good to eat.\u201d<\/p>\n
Jessica added that potatoes should also \u201cavoid hot and humid areas\u201d such as near a kitchen oven or appliances as they will begin sprouting.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Exposure to extreme temperatures, moisture or sunlight will cause potatoes to begin to spoil\u00a0and wrinkle. They also need to be well-ventilated – so avoid placing them in an airtight container.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Instead, Jessica said potatoes will last longer in a dry and dark place, such as in an open basket in a cupboard.\u00a0<\/p>\n
It should be noted that potatoes should be stored separately from your other vegetables, such as onions, even though traditionally these ingredients often appear in the same dishes. Any root vegetables contain lots of moisture and also naturally produce ethylene gas, which will speed up ripening.<\/p>\n
Don’t miss… <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n Potatoes stored in cool, dark and air-conditioned locations will likely last months. If you are worried your potatoes have expired check to see if they have soft spots, or appear wrinkled or shrivelled.\u00a0<\/p>\n In Jessica\u2019s video comment section, many people thanked her for her helpful food storage advice.\u00a0<\/p>\n One user said: \u201cThis was a great tip, it really worked for me!\u201d while another person wrote: \u201cThanks, you just settled a debate for me and my friends.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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